“The outpouring of support from the community and businesses has been truly humbling,” Gahler said. “I continue to be proud of the men and women of the Harford County Sheriff’s Office and the community we serve.”

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan also offered his prayers to the families of the fallen deputies.

“Anytime law enforcement or first responders lose their lives in the line of duty, it is a tragedy and today’s violence in Abingdon and the deaths of two Harford County sheriff’s deputies is nothing less than absolutely heartbreaking,” Hogan said in a statement Wednesday.

The Governor’s administration and the Maryland State Police were assisting local law enforcement in their investigation.

“It is my hope that their commitment and dedication to law enforcement and protecting others will be remembered and will forever serve as an inspiration to others,” Hogan said.

Flags in Harford were flown at half-staff Thursday to honor the two fallen deputies, officials said.